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Riomet Lawsuit

Riomet Lawsuit

Riomet ER® (metformin) diabetes drugs were recalled due to high levels of NDMA, a toxic cancer-causing chemical.

What You Can Do & How We Can Help

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Riomet ER (metformin) induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been diagnosed with cancer after taking diabetes drugs with NDMA, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Defective Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

Riomet Recalled for High Levels of Cancer-Causing Chemical

In September 2020, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries (“Sun Pharma”) recalled one lot of Riomet ER® due to high levels of a carcinogenic chemical impurity.

The recall involves RIOMET ER™ (metformin hydrochloride for extended-release oral suspension), 500 mg per 5 mL, with Lot Number AB06381 and an Expiration Date of 10/2021.

This medication is reconstituted with a diluent liquid before it is given to patients. The liquid is packaged in a 16 oz. (473 mL) round bottle.

What is the Problem?

The recall was issued because Riomet ER had high levels of NDMA that were above the acceptable daily intake level established by the FDA. Sun Pharma did not report any adverse events related to this recall.

What is NDMA?

N-Nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA) is a toxic chemical that is classified as a probable human carcinogen (a chemical that could cause cancer).

In recent years, NDMA contamination has led to dozens of recalls for drugs that treat diabetes, heartburn, and high blood pressure. Lawsuits have also been filed against drug-makers by people who developed cancer after taking a recalled medication.

List of Cancers Linked to NDMA

  • Liver cancer
  • Kidney cancer
  • Intestinal cancer
  • Stomach cancer
  • Pancreatic cancer
  • Colon cancer
  • Esophageal cancer
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Testicular cancer
  • Bladder cancer
  • And more

What is Riomet?

Riomet® is a diabetes medication that contains metformin in a liquid form. Riomet ER is the extended-release version of this medication. It is used along with diet and exercise to improve blood-sugar control in adults with type-2 diabetes.

Do I have a Riomet Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, PLLC is currently accepting Riomet ER (metformin) induced injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been diagnosed with cancer after taking diabetes drugs with NDMA, you should contact our lawyers immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Defective Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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